Northwood Middle School

School Overview
Northwood Middle School, located at 1201 E. Washington Center Road in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a prominent educational institution serving students in the Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) district. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical developmental transition between elementary and high school, offering a curriculum designed to foster academic growth, social responsibility, and preparation for future scholastic success. The school is known for being a hub for the surrounding community, emphasizing a supportive environment that encourages student involvement in both academics and extracurricular activities.

Like many schools in the FWCS system, Northwood Middle School strives to integrate technology into the classroom and provide a diverse array of programs to meet the varied needs of its student body. The faculty and administration typically focus on fostering a positive school culture through initiatives that promote character development and collaboration. By balancing rigorous core subjects with elective opportunities, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students discover their personal strengths while preparing them for the challenges of their upcoming high school years.
587
Total Students
36.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northwood Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White228
Hispanic128
Black131
Asian32
Two or More66
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    228 (38.8 %)
  • Black
    131 (22.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    128 (21.8 %)
  • Two or More
    66 (11.2 %)
  • Asian
    32 (5.5 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Fort Wayne Community Schools
Phone: (260)467-2930
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 587
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 362
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 51
Grades Taught
Grade 6 184
Grade 7 203
Grade 8 200

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Northwood Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6184
Grade 7203
Grade 8200
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Northwood Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28147.9%
Male30652.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)